TSM Reviews: Icom IC-705
By Thomas Witherspoon K2SWL
For Thomas, the IC-705 was love at first sight. He tells us, “If you’re looking for a portable transceiver that can truly take you on a deep dive into the world of QRP HF/VHF/UHF and even satisfy the SWL in you, look no further that the Icom IC-705.”
TSM Reviews: RF-Kit RF2K-S Linear Amplifier
By Mark Haverstock K8MSH
Lagging sunspots and uncooperative propagation forces many amateur operators to yearn for some serious power. The RF2K-S amplifier is up to the task, delivering up to 1,500 Watts on 230-volts AC or 800 watts on 120 volts AC. Originally available in the US as a kit, now this amplifier is sold already built and tested. Mark puts it through its paces.
TSM Reviews: Klingenfuss Frequency Guides for 2021
By Bob Grove W8JHD
Throughout the past five decades, the leading purveyor of shortwave frequency lists has been Joerg Klingenfuss, whose numerous, annually updated publications are perused by shortwave hobbyists and government agencies because of the products’ comprehensive and accurate contents.
Are You Ready for a Power Outage?
By Ken Reitz KS4ZR
Amateur radio operators face a problem when hit with a power outage: how to stay on the air and provide emergency communications, monitor HF or VHF/UHF net control stations or pass health and welfare messages. A snowstorm from 2009 drove the author to an extreme response.
Solar Power for Electronics
By Bill Echols NI5F
There are many applications for small scale solar power in the radio hobby. Bill shows four examples of stand-alone solar power for different devices including beacons he has for on air for 30 and 20 meters, an ADS-B Flightaware receiver and powering a deep well water pump.
DIY Battery Backup Power System
By C.L. Koral K2WV
Frustrated at the endless series of power outages where he lives in suburban North Carolina, Cory was forced to install his own AGM battery backup system for the circuits in his house he needs the most when the power goes out.
Axis Radio Propaganda During WWII Part 1: Lord Haw-Haw
By Scott Caldwell
Scott profiles the infamous characters who took to the airwaves during WWII in support of the Axis Powers beginning with William Joyce, an American who came to be known as Lord Haw-Haw.
Scanning America
By Dan Veeneman
The Trouble with T-Band
Federal Wavelengths
By Chris Parris
TSA on UHF for 2021
MilCom
By Larry Van Horn N5FPW
The World of Military Call Signs
Utility Planet
By Hugh Stegman
Norwegian Coastal Radio
Shortwave Utility Logs
By Mike Chace-Ortiz and Hugh Stegman
VHF and Above
By Joe Lynch N6CL
Re-Branding this Column
Digitally Speaking
By Cory GB Sickles WA3UVV
D-STAR Becomes More Inclusive
Amateur Radio Insights
By Kirk Kleinschmidt NT0Z
Coax and Connectors—Hacks and Recommendations
Radio 101
By Ken Reitz KS4ZR
Ku-Band Free-to-Air Satellite 2021 Report
The World of Shortwave Listening
By Andrew Yoder
Shortwave Pirates for Turbulent Times
The Shortwave Listener
By Fred Waterer
Radio Prague, Radio Slovenia, Texas Shortwave Radio and BBC Fare for February
Amateur Radio Astronomy
By Stan Nelson KB5VL
Resurrecting SETI@Home
Adventures in Radio Restoration
By Rich Post KB8TAD
Command Receivers Part 2: Powering the Set
Antenna Connections
By Robert Gulley K4PKM
Emergency Preparedness